Naughar - Betalghat, Nainital
Naughar is a village situated in the Betalghat tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Betalghat and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Naghar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naughar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naughar is 054600. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.92 hectares and falls under the 263134 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Naughar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Naughar
According to the 2011 Census, Naughar village had a total population of 628 people, including 288 males and 340 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 1,181 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.69%, with male literacy at 92.89% and female literacy at 66.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 166.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 628 | 288 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 35 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 77 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 432 | 235 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 53 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Naughar
Naughar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Naughar
Naughar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Naughar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Naughar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naughar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naughar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Naughar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naughar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naughar
Where is Naughar located?
Naughar village is located in Betalghat Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naughar?
The Gram Panchayat of Naughar is Naghar.
What is the pincode of Naughar?
The pincode of Naughar is 263134.
What is the population of Naughar?
Naughar had a total population of 628, including 288 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Naughar?
Naughar had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naughar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naughar was 78.69%. Male literacy was 92.89% and female literacy was 66.55%.